IEEE 1394 Device Problems
Ensure that the cable for the IEEE 1394 device is properly inserted into the device and into the connector on the computer
Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is enabled in system setup
For more information on using the system setup program, see the
Dell™ Technology Guide
on
your computer or at
support.dell.com.
Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is recognized by Windows
—
Windows XP
:
1.
Click
Start and click
Control Panel
.
2.
Under
Pick a Category
, click
Performance and Maintenance
®
System
®
System Properties
®
Hardware
®
Device Manager
.
Windows Vista
:
1.
Click
Start
®
Control Panel
®
Hardware and Sound
.
2.
Click
Device Manager.
If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.
If you have problems with a Dell IEEE 1394 device
—
Contact Dell Support.
If you have problems with an IEEE 1394 device not provided by Dell
—
Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer.
Lockups and Software Problems
The computer does not start up
Check the diagnostic lights
—
Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet
The computer stops responding
Turn the computer off
—
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for
at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.
A program stops responding
End the program
—
1.
Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.
2.
Click the
Applications
tab.
3.
Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
4.
Click
End Task
.
CAUTION:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTE:
Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard.
CAUTION:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTICE:
You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
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